Today’s episode is about the Slovak Relative Pronouns. You will also learn how to say “I don't know who did it” in Slovak.

Episode notes

Today I'm talking about the Slovak Relative Pronouns. You will also learn how to say “I don't know who did it” in Slovak. 

Slovak lesson

1.    Neviem, kto chýba. (I don't know who's missing.)

2.    Elena vždy vie, čo chce. (Elena always knows what she wants.)

3.    Tu je kniha, ktorú som spomínala. (Here's the book I mentioned.)

4.    Stretol som človeka, ktorý býva vedľa nás. (I met a person who lives next door.)

5.    Hľadám miesto, kam môžeme ísť na výlet. (I'm looking for a place where we can go on a trip.)

6.    To je dievča, ktoré vie dobre spievať. (That's a girl who can sing well.)

7.    Vidím psa, ktorý uteká po ulici. (I see a dog running down the street.)

8.    Toto je mesto, kde som sa narodil-/a. (This is the city where I was born.)

9.    Je to film, ktorý som ešte nevidel-/a. (It's a movie that I haven't seen yet.)

10. Zoznámil-/a som sa s niekým, kto hovorí tromi jazykmi. (I met someone who speaks three languages.)

11. Priniesol/-la som darček, ktorý sa ti bude páčiť. (I brought a gift that you'll like.)

12. Chcem auto, ktoré bude veľmi rýchle. (I want a car that's very fast.)

13.    Neviem, kto to urobil. (I don't know who did it.)

Episode notes

00:38 Introduction to the episode

02:20 Slovak lesson

04:20 Sentences

07:21 Final thoughts

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Today’s episode is about the Slovak Interrogative Pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “How much does it cost?“ in Slovak.

Episode notes

Today I'm talking about the Slovak Interrogative Pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “How much does it cost?“ in Slovak.

Slovak lesson

1.    Kto je ten chlap? (Who is that guy?)

2.    Čo máš v taške? (What do you have in your bag?)

3.    Ktorý film sa ti páči? (What movie do you like?)

4.    Kde býva tvoja kamarátka? (Where does your friend live?)

5.    Kedy odchádza vlak? (When does the train leave?)

6.    Ako sa voláš? (What is your name?)

7.    Čí je tento bicykel? (Whose bike is this?)

8.    O čom hovoríte? (What are you talking about?)

9.    Prečo si smutný? (Why are you sad?)

10. Čím cestuješ do práce? (How do you commute to work?= with what do you commute)

11. Koľko to stojí? (How much does it cost?)

Timestamps

00:38 Introduction to the episode

03:03 Slovak lesson

06:56 Sentences

08:37 Final thoughts

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Today’s episode is about Slovak Reflexive Pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “Do you have your plans for the weekend?” in Slovak.

Episode notes

Today’s episode is about Slovak Reflexive Pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “Do you have your plans for the weekend?” in Slovak. 

Slovak lesson

A) Sentences with reflexive pronouns "sa", "si":

1.    Ráno sa umývam studenou vodou. (In the morning, I wash myself with cold water.)

2.    Pripravím si zábavný plán na hodinu slovenčiny. (I prepare myself a fun plan for Slovak class.)

3.    V triede sa všetci žiaci smejú. (All the students in the class are laughing.)

4.    Na obed si objednám zdravé jedlo. (I order myself healthy food for lunch.)

5.    Večer sa snažím relaxovať. (I try to relax myself in the evening.)

B) Sentences with the reflexive pronoun "svoj":

6.    Mám rada svoju mačku. (I like my cat.)

7.    Anna našla svoj kľúč v kabelke. (Anna found her key in her purse.)

8.    Marek opravil svoj bicykel. (Marek fixed his bike.)

9.    Deti si upratali svoje izby. (The children cleaned their rooms.)

10. Mária si obliekla svoju novú sukňu. (Mária put on her new skirt.)

11. Priatelia plánujú svoj víkend. (Friends are planning their weekend.)

12. Máte svoje plány na víkend? (Do you have your plans for the weekend?)

Timestamps

00:37 Introduction to the episode

02:18 Announcement

03:03 Slovak lesson

11:47 Final thoughts

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Today’s episode is about Slovak Demonstrative pronouns. In the Slovak lesson you will learn how to ask “Who are these guys?” in Slovak.

Episode notes

First I'm talking about Slovak pronouns in general. Then you will learn about Slovak Demonstrative pronouns. You will also learn how to ask “Who are these guys?” in Slovak.

Slovak lesson

Overview of Slovak pronouns (zámená):

1. Personal (Osobné): a) Basic (Základné); b) Possessive (Privlastňovacie)
2.  Demonstrative (Ukazovacie)
3. Reflexive (Zvratné): a) Basic (Základné); b) Possessive (Privlastňovacie)
4. Interrogative (Opytovacie)
5. Relative (Vzťažné)
6. Indefinite (Neurčité)
7. Delimitating / Definite (Vymedzovacie)

Demonstrative pronouns (Ukazovacie zámená): ten, tá, to, tí, tie, tento, táto, toto, títo, tieto, … 

Sentences:

1.    Tento stôl je drevený. (This table is wooden.)

2.    Táto stolička je pohodlná. (This chair is comfortable.)

3.    Toto umývadlo je čisté. (This sink is clean.)

4.    Títo chlapci hrajú futbal. (These boys are playing soccer.)

5.    Tieto učiteľky pripravujú projekt. (These teachers are preparing a project.)

6.    Tieto dievčatá spievajú v zbore. (These girls are singing in the choir.)

7.    Tieto vlaky odchádzajú načas. (These trains leave on time.)

8.    Ten štát má dlhú históriu. (This state has a long history.)

9.    Tá krajina je veľmi krásna. (This country is very beautiful.)

10. To mesto leží pri rieke. (This city is located by a river.)

11. Tí chlapi pracujú na stavbe. (These guys are working on a construction site.)

12. Tie letušky sú milé a ochotné. (These flight attendants are nice and helpful.)

13. Tie lietadlá pristávajú na letisku. (These planes are landing at the airport.)

14. Tie plány sú veľmi dôležité. (These plans are very important.)

15. Kto sú tí chlapi? (Who are those guys?)

Timestamps

00:37 Introduction to the episode

03:11 Overview of the Slovak pronouns

06:47 Demonstrative pronouns

11:00 Sentences

13:37 Final thoughts

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Today's episode is about the folk festival Východná in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say "Happy anniversary” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my dialogue about the festival in Východná. 

Episode notes

In today's episode, I’m talking about the folk festival Východná in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say "Happy anniversary” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my dialogue about the festival in Východná. 

Slovak lesson

1.    folklórny festival (folk festival)

2.    ľudové kroje (folk costumes)

3.    krútiace sa sukne (twirling skirts)

4.    dupot čižiem (the stomp of boots)

5.    ručne vyrobené výrobky (handmade products)

6.    rôzne remeslá (various crafts)

7.    regióny Slovenska (regions of Slovakia)

8.    autentické spevy (authentic songs)

9.    tance folklórnych umelcov (dances by folk artists)

10. tradičné svadobné ukážky (traditional wedding performances)

11. pastierske tance (shepherd dances)

12. farebné sprievody (colorful processions)

13. večerná zábava (evening party / evening entertainment)

14. Všetko najlepšie k výročiu! (Happy anniversary)

DIALOGUE:

Petra: Samo, bol si už niekedy na festivale vo Východnej?

Samo: Nie. Nikdy. Počul som o tom. Nie je to akože veľké folklórne podujatie v krojoch?

Petra: Veľké? Samo, to je najväčší folklórny festival na Slovensku! A tento rok je 70. výročie!

Samo: Sedemdesiat? Fíha! Festival je starší ako moja stará mama.

Petra: Presne tak! Ale nenechaj sa tým oklamať. Nie je to nijaká staromódna udalosť s nudnou hudbou. Je to živé. Je to farebné. Predstav si: krútiace sa sukne, dupot čižiem, gajdy, husle a okamihy na celý život.

Samo: Hmm... znie to celkom zábavne. Sú tam nejaké medovníky alebo pagáče?

Petra: Oh, veľa medovníkov a pagáčov. Tiež ručne vyrobené výrobky a rôzne remeslá.

Samo: Aký je program? Čo uvidím na pódiu?

Petra: Všetky možné tance z mnohých regiónov Slovenska, ale aj zo zahraničia.

Samo: Zaujímavé!

Petra: Hej. A je toho viac, ako autentické spevy a tance folklórnych umelcov, tradičné svadobné ukážky, rekonštrukcie, pastierske tance s valaškami a pestrofarebné sprievody s väčším počtom vyšívaných viest, ako môžeš uvidieť na kráľovskej svadbe.

Samo: Takže ľudia majú folklór naozaj radi?

Petra: Radi? Žijú ním. Je tam dokonca aj stan pre večernú zábavu. Ktokoľvek sa môže pridať so spievaním, tancovaním, tlieskaním, dupaním alebo hraním na hudobný nástroj – čokoľvek. Je to magické. Uvidíš!

Samo: Dobre, som presvedčený. Ale len ak mi sľúbiš uvoľnenú atmosféru a žiaden tlak.

Petra: Sľubujem. Hor sa na to! Ideme do Východnej!

Timestamps

00:35 Introduction to the episode

02:28 Announcement

03:23 Festival Vychodna

05:21 Fun fact 1

05:52 Fun fact 2

08:36 Fun fact 3

12:40 Slovak lesson

19:13 Dialogue (in Slovak)

22:08 Dialogue (with the English translation)

27:01 Final thoughts

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Today's episode is about 3 tips on how to start summer in Bratislava, Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn how to say “Happy summer, friends!” and “Enjoy a unique day! “in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find some information about the Period picnic in Slovak.

Episode notes

In today's episode, I’m talking about 3 tips on how to start summer in Bratislava, Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn how to say “Happy summer, friends!” and “Enjoy a unique day! “in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find some information about the Period picnic in Slovak.

Slovak lesson

1.    dobový piknik (period picnic / vintage picnic)

2.    zabudnutá nostalgia (forgotten nostalgia)

3.    pokojné nedeľné popoludnie (peaceful Sunday afternoon)

4.    rozložené deky (spread out blankets)

5.    piknikové košíky (picnic baskets)

6.    elegantné oblečenie (elegant clothes)

7.    šarmantné klobúky (charming hats)

8.    módna prehliadka (fashion show)

9.    tanečný workshop (dance workshop)

10. detská herňa (children's playroom)

11. ukážky remesiel (craft demonstrations)

12. stánky s jedlom (food stalls)

13. večerný koncert (evening concert)

14. jedinečný deň (a unique day)

15. Užite si jedinečný deň! (Enjoy a unique (one-of-kind)day!)

16. Veselé leto, priatelia! (Happy summer, friends!)

ČO VÁS ČAKÁ? (WHAT AWAITS YOU?)

1. Prvorepubliková módna prehliadka (First Republic fashion show)

2. Hudba v štýle hot jazz & swing (Music in style of Hot jazz & swing)

3. Tanečný workshop (Dance workshop)

4. Detská herňa (Children's playroom)

5. Ukážky remesiel (Craft demonstrations)

6. Stánky s pochúťkami a ručne vyrobenými výrobkami (Stalls with delicacies and handmade products)

7. Večer vyvrcholí koncertom kapely FATS JAZZ BAND! (The evening will culminate with a concert by the FATS JAZZ BAND!)

8. Predpis obliekania? Nie je povinný, ale veľmi vítaný, a tak si oživte šatník o retro kúsok a staňte sa súčasťou živej spomienky. (Dress code? Not mandatory, but very welcome, so liven up your wardrobe with a retro piece and become part of a living memory.)

9. Príďte s rodinou, priateľmi či milovanou osobou a užite si jedinečný deň ako z dobovej pohľadnice. (Come with your family, friends or a loved one and enjoy a unique day like from a period postcard.)

10. Deň ako vystrihnutý zo starej knihy, ktorý si budete chcieť pamätať. (A day like cut out of an old book, which you will want to remember.)

Timestamps

00:34 Introduction to the episode

02:34 About the end of June

04:16 Period picnic

07:17 Afternoon at Palfy Palace

10:12 Pool party at Mičurin

13:27 Slovak lesson

20:48 Period picnic (in Slovak)

25:15 What awaits you (in Slovak with the English translation)

25:30 Final thoughts

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Today's episode is about Bratislava Cultural Summer in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some words from today's topic. You will also learn how to ask “Are you free this weekend? “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue about the Bratislava Cultural Summer. 

Episode notes

In today's episode, I’m talking about Bratislava Cultural Summer in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some words from today's topic. You will also learn how to ask “Are you free this weekend? “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue about the Bratislava Cultural Summer.

Slovak lesson

1.    kultúrne leto (cultural summer)

2.    mestský festival (city festival)

3.    legendárne podujatie (legendary event)

4.    rôzne koncerty (various concerts)

5.    divadelné predstavenia (theater performances)

6.    filmové premietania (film screenings)

7.    rozmanité aktivity (various activities)

8.    pútavé programy (engaging programs)

9.    festival pod holým nebom (open air festival)

10. párty v susedstve (party in the neighborhood)

11. čítanie literatúry (literature readings)

12. joga pod stromami (yoga under the trees)

13. Máš tento víkend voľno? (Are you free this weekend?)

DIALOGUE:

Elena: Ahoj Johana! Máš tento víkend voľno? V Bratislave bude živo!

Johana: Živo? Čo tým myslíš? Ďalší hokejový zápas?

E: Nie! Je Bratislavské kultúrne leto! Hudba, divadlo, filmy, tanec – všade! (No! It's Bratislava Cultural Summer! Music, theater, movies, dance - everywhere!)

J: Och, včera večer som videla ľudí tancovať so slúchadlami. Bolo to súčasťou?

E: Áno! To bola Silent Disco. Tancuješ ako blázon, ale žiadny hluk. Len v ušiach!

J: To je skvelé. Myslela som, že sú len… čudní.

E: Vitajte v letnej Bratislave. Jeden deň počujete operu v kostole, na druhý deň je v parku Shakespeare.

J: Naozaj? Milujem Shakespeara! Kde?

E: V Sade Janka Kráľa. Veľké pódium, stromy, hviezdy nad… a komáre zadarmo.

J: Pekné! Potrebujem lístky?

E: Niektoré podujatia áno. Ale mnohé sú zadarmo. Stačí prísť, sadnúť si, užiť si to. A priniesť si občerstvenie!

J: Znie to, akoby sa celé mesto premenilo na divadlo.

E: Presne tak. Hlučné, veselé, tancujúce divadlo. Bude sa ti to páčiť.

J: Už teraz sa mi to páči. Poďme si pozrieť nejakého rytiera alebo jazzovú kapelu alebo... oboje!

E: Dohodnuté! Bratislavské leto je plné prekvapení.

Timestamps

00:32 Introduction

02:27 About Bratislava Cultural Summer

04:59 Fun fact 1

07:59 Fun fact 2

11:45 Slovak lesson

17:37 Dialogue in Slovak

19:45 Dialogue with the English translation

24:00 Final thoughts

If you have any questions, send it to my email [email protected]. Check my Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bozenasslovak/ where I am posting the pictures of what I am talking about on my podcast. Also, check my website https://www.bozenasslovak.com

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Today's episode is about Fathers’ Day in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “Just to be safe“ and “Happy Father’s Day” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short essay about Father’s Day in Slovak.

Episode notes

In today's episode, I’m talking about Fathers’ Day in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “Just to be safe“ and “Happy Father’s Day” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short essay about Father’s Day in Slovak.

Slovak lesson

1. Nepi toľko vody, ešte ťa roztrhne. (Don't drink so much water, it'll tear you up.)

2. Zhasni svetlo, tu nie sme na Václaváku. (Turn off the light, we're not on Wenceslas Square.)

3. Vypni vodu! Ešte stále za ňu platím ja! (Turn off the water! I'm still paying for it!)

4. Kým si pod touto strechou… (While you're under this roof...) My house, my rules.

5. Keď nevieš, návod je v šuflíku. (If you don't know, the instructions are in the drawer.)

6. Ako to opravím? No šrubovák a silná vôľa! (How do I fix it? Well, a screwdriver and a strong will!)

7. Načo kupovať nové, keď si to viem spraviť sám? (Why buy new ones when I can do it myself?)

8. Inak nebudú mať správnu chuť. (Otherwise, they won't taste right.)

9. To netrebalo … (There was no need for that...)

10. Len tak pre istotu. (Just to be safe.)

11. Šťastný Deň otcov! (Happy Father's Day!)

Deň otcov na Slovensku (skrátené = abbreviated)

Všimli ste si, že niektoré sviatky prídu s veľkou pompou a iné sa len tak ticho vplížia do kalendára? Taký je Deň otcov na Slovensku – sviatok, ktorý síce nevybuchol ako ohňostroj, ale pomaly si našiel miesto v našich srdciach.

Počas socializmu sa Deň otcov veľmi neslávil. Populárny bol Deň žien a Deň detí, ale otcovia si museli počkať. Veď načo by potrebovali sviatok, však? Ako by povedal starý otec: „Otec? Veď to je ten, čo zarába a opravuje veci. “

Po roku 1989 sa však pomaly začali objavovať „západné sviatky“– Halloween, Valentín, Deň matiek, ... a Deň otcov.
 Dnes ho oficiálne slávime na tretiu júnovú nedeľu – ako v USA.....

................ (continues)

Deň otcov sa na Slovensku zatiaľ neoslavuje s takou pompou ako Deň matiek, ale rastie. Deti kreslia obrázky, školy občas urobia projekt, obchody ponúkajú „darčeky pre otecka“– no a niektorí otcovia dostanú pusu, pivo, ponožky… alebo pokoj na pozeranie Tour de France.

A možno to tak stačí. Veď slovenskí otcovia sú skromní. Nepotrebujú fanfáry. Len vedieť, že si ich vážime.

Timestamps

00:33 Introduction

02:26 About Fathers' Day

06:21 Fun fact

12:04 Slovak lesson

23:07 Essay in Slovak i Slovak

25:51 English Translation

28:35 Final thoughts

If you have any questions, send it to my email [email protected]. Check my Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bozenasslovak/ where I am posting the pictures of what I am talking about on my podcast. Also, check my website https://www.bozenasslovak.com

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Today's episode is about the Weekend of Open Parks and Gardens in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “I will take it!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue between a granddaughter and her grandmom about the Weekend of open parks and gardens in Slovakia. 

Episode notes

In today's episode, I’m talking about the Weekend of Open Parks and Gardens in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “I will take it!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue between a granddaughter and her grandmom about the Weekend of open parks and gardens in Slovakia. 

Slovak lesson

1.    uskutočniť sa (to take place)

2.    skvelé podujatie (great event)

3.    verejné parky (public parks)

4.    súkromné záhrady (private gardens)

5.    skleníky (greenhouses)

6.    zeleň (greenery)

7.    význam zelene (importance of greenery)

8.    ochrana zelene (protection of greenery)

9.    komentované prehliadky (guided tours)

10. sprievodné programy (accompanying programs)

11. tvorivé dielne (creative workshops)

12. dielničky pre deti (little workshops for children)

13. odznak (badge)

14. magnetka (magnet)

15. Tak to beriem! (I will take it!)

DIALOGUE:

Vnučka: Babi, tento víkend ťa zoberiem na výlet!

Stará mama: Výlet? A kamže to ideme, do Tatier?

V: Nie, len do parku alebo záhrady. Je totiž Víkend otvorených parkov a záhrad.

SM: A to je čo za výmysel?

V: Nie výmysel, ale super akcia. Otvoria parky a záhrady.

SM: No teda! A čo tam budeme robiť? Sadiť mrkvu?

V: Haha! Otvoria parky a záhrady, kam sa normálne nedostaneš. Staré kaštiele, tajné parčíky, skleníky…uvidíš!

SM: Čo uvidím … 

V: Budú tam prehliadky, rozprávanie o záhradách, možno aj koncerty alebo tvorivé dielne.

SM: Hmm. To znie ako prechádzka s bonusom!

V: No hej! A budú tam aj sprievodcovia, ktorí porozprávajú historky, a niekde budú aj dielničky pre deti.

SM: A budú aj lavičky? Lebo moje nohy ...

V: Bude aj lavička, aj limonáda! A možno aj niečo o bylinkách, tak ako to máš rada. Minulý rok tam jedna pani rozprávala o levanduli a dali nám aj levanduľový čaj.

SM: Tak to beriem! Ideme!

Timestamps

00:34 Introduction to the episode

02:31 About the Open Parks and Gardens in Slovakia

03:44 Fun fact 1

08:34 Fun fact 2

11:21 Slovak lesson

17:12 Dialogue in Slovak

19:12 Dialogue with the English translation

22:45 Summary in Slovak

23:57 Summary in English

24:54 Final thoughts

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Today's episode is about jazz in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “Let me introduce... “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue about Slovak jazz.

Episode notes

In today's episode, I’m talking about jazz in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “Let me introduce... “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue about Slovak jazz.

Slovak lesson

1. jemný džez (soft jazz)

2. džezový hudobník (jazz musician)

3. spevák (singer)

4. skladateľ (composer)

5. organizátor (organizer)

6. zakladateľ (founder)

7. dlhoročný moderátor (longtime host)

8. hudobný ambasádor (musical ambassador)

9. charakteristický hlas (signature voice)

10. rodisko džezu (birthplace of jazz)

11. Dovoľ, aby som predstavil... (Let me introduce...)

DIALOGUE

Tom: Tak ty si zo Slovenska? Zaujímavé. Ale tam asi veľa džezu nemáte, čo? (So, you're from Slovakia? Interesting. But there’s not much jazz there, huh?)

Martin: Prosím? Akože nemáme džez? To si kde počul? (Excuse me? We don’t have jazz? Where did you hear that?)

Tom: No… neviem, nikdy som nepočul o žiadnom slovenskom džezmanovi. (I don’t know… I’ve just never heard of any Slovak jazz musicians.)

Martin: Tak dovoľ, aby som ti predstavil Petra Lipu. Spevák, skladateľ, legenda. Spieva džez už od 60-tych rokov a dokonca po slovensky! Vieš, aké to bolo odvážne počas komunizmu? (Well then, let me introduce to you Peter Lipa. Singer, composer, legend. He’s been doing jazz since the ’60s—and get this—he sings in Slovak! You know how bold that was during communism?)

Tom: Fakt? Po slovensky? A znie to dobre? (Really? In Slovak? Does it sound good?)

Martin: Znie to skvele! Jeho hlas má taký zvláštny chrapľavý tón, a je perfektný pre džez. (It sounds great! His voice has this weird, raspy tone…and it's perfect for jazz.

Tom: Tak to musím počuť. (I need to hear that.)

Martin: A vieš čo? Jeho posledný album NOLA nahrával v New Orleans. Takže ak rodisko džezu víta Slováka, musí robiť niečo správne. (And you know what? His latest album, NOLA, was recorded in New Orleans. So, if the birthplace of jazz welcomes a Slovak, he must be doing something right.)

Tom: Dobre, dobre, presvedčil si ma. Slovensko má džez. A znie to, že ho má s dušou. (Alright, alright, you’ve convinced me. Slovakia has jazz. And it sounds like it has it with soul.)

Martin: Presne tak. (Exactly.)

Timestamps

00:31 Introduction

02:20 About jazz in Slovakia

03:40 Fun fact 1

04:26 Fun fact 2

06:23 Fun fact 3

07:34 Fun fact 4

09:07 Fun fact 5

12:13 Slovak lesson

16:44 Dialogue in Slovak

18:13 Dialogue with the English translation

20:57 Final thoughts

If you have any questions, send it to my email [email protected]. Check my Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bozenasslovak/ where I am posting the pictures of what I am talking about on my podcast. Also, check my website https://www.bozenasslovak.com

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